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 "title": "MTU MB 873 Ka-501: The 12-Cylinder, Twin-Turbocharged Diesel Engine Powering the Leopard 2",
 "url": "https://www.grosswald.org/mtu-mb-873-ka-501-the-propulsion-powering-the-dominance-of-the-leopard-2-mbt/",
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 "published": "2024-11-19T08:55:05.000+01:00",
 "updated": "2026-02-12T22:30:06.000+01:00",
 "excerpt": "The Leopard 2, powered by the MTU MB 873 Ka-501 engine, combines speed, agility, and reliability, making it crucial for NATO’s armored forces. With 1,500 PS, exceptional fuel efficiency, and rapid serviceability, the propulsion system ensures superior battlefield mobility in modern warfare.",
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